Bethlehem, PA – Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania approved $1,919,725 in investments during the third quarter of fiscal year 2026.
These investments will support 11 companies—seven early-stage companies and four established manufacturers—fostering innovative product development, workforce expansion, and operational growth across the region.
$1,810,000 in investments will be made to the following early-stage companies:
AAYUNA, INC.
Lehigh County
AAYUNA develops optical interconnect technology for AI infrastructure using passive silicon photonics. The company focuses on scalable, high-performance connectivity solutions for data-intensive computing environments. This project was financed [in part] from Pennsylvania Small Business Credit Initiative funds from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development.
www.aayuna.com
GYBE Inc. (AKA Folio)
Northampton County
Folio is a professional profile and booking platform that functions like an online business card with built-in scheduling and analytics. Users can create a public profile, share it by link or QR code, sync calendars, accept bookings, and track engagement.
www.MeetFOLIO.com
Hyrding LLC
Northampton County
Hyrding is a software company developing AI-powered tools to help life sciences organizations draft, review, and manage regulatory submission content more efficiently.
www.hyrding.com/
Live Link Entertainment LLC
Northampton County
LiveLink provides a social scheduling and promotion platform for event-driven venues such as bars, breweries, and music venues. It helps teams turn event calendars into branded posts published across social channels and Google Business Profile, while also offering analytics and reusable performer libraries.
www.livelink.events
NSV Inc.
Lehigh County
NSV develops AI-guided diagnostic technology focused on detecting and diagnosing disease earlier and more precisely. Its platform emphasizes configurable digital workflows and more objective clinical decision support to speed identification of early disease. This project was financed [in part] from Pennsylvania Small Business Credit Initiative funds from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development.
www.nsv.ai
TechA11y
Lackawanna County
TechA11y offers an AI-powered web accessibility compliance platform that combines audits, remediation, and ongoing monitoring. Its product is designed to help organizations accelerate WCAG 2.1 AA compliance and maintain accessibility over time.
https://techa11y.dev/
Verne, Inc.
Lycoming County
Verne builds and operates behind-the-meter power generation systems designed to deliver rapid, reliable, firm power for industrial users. The company positions its solution as a clean, affordable pathway for customers facing grid bottlenecks and growing power demand. This project was financed [in part] from Pennsylvania Small Business Credit Initiative funds from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development.
www.verneh2.com
$109,725 in investments will be made to the following established manufacturers, incorporating student enrichment work with a college or university partner:
American Millwork and Cabinetry, Inc.
Lehigh County
American Millwork & Cabinetry manufactures and installs custom architectural millwork, cabinetry, and related casework. They support commercial and institutional environments with tailored build-outs and finish solutions.
www.amcmillwork.com
Interstate Building Materials (Interstate Window & Door Co.)
Luzerne County
Interstate manufactures energy-efficient windows and doors, with offerings for residential, commercial, and specialty projects. The company emphasizes high-quality vinyl and CompositWood® products, including solutions for historical restoration and custom commercial applications.
www.interstatebldg.com
Reading Truck Body, Inc.
Berks County
Reading Truck manufactures, upfits, and services vocational work truck bodies, equipment, and commercial truck solutions. Its offerings include service bodies, enclosed bodies, crane bodies, dump and landscape bodies, plus fleet solutions and maintenance support.
www.readingbody.com
Strong Industries, Inc.
Northumberland County
Strong Spas designs and manufactures hot tubs and spa products, with a focus on energy efficiency, hydrotherapy, and durable construction. The company also sells spa parts and accessories and highlights its Pennsylvania manufacturing operation and global distribution footprint.
www.strongspas.com